Does dentures fall under orthodontics

Dentures are prosthodontic replacements for missing teeth, not orthodontic appliances that move natural teeth.

Orthodontics aligns teeth, while dentures replace missing teeth and nearby gum tissue with a removable prosthesis. Dentures may use acrylic resin and, in some designs, a metal framework.

The dentist examines gums, remaining teeth, bite, and jaw tissues, then takes impressions or scans before designing, trying in, adjusting, and reviewing the denture.

Seek care for sore spots, rocking, clicking, poor chewing, a broken denture, or ulcers that do not heal.

Ask which denture type fits your missing teeth, how remaining teeth will be protected, and when the fit should be reviewed.